Volkswagen Announces Major Restructuring, Shares Rally
Volkswagen's board approved a restructuring plan that will cut 50,000 jobs and phase out four German factories. The move aims to address intense Chinese competition and U.S. tariffs, which contributed to a 31% drop in first-half profits. Shares jumped 6% as investors saw the decision as a positive step.
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